The Angus Council has approved RES' 49.9MW Dunmill Energy Storage System, which will be situated on land adjacent to the Bridge of Dun Substation, located 5 kilometers west of Montrose.
Peter Deeney, Development Project Manager for RES, expressed support for the decision, stating, “We welcome Angus Council's positive decision, which allows Dunmill Energy Storage System to play its part in supporting the net zero emissions targets in Scotland while ensuring the safe and reliable operation of the grid network.”
The approved facility will contribute to grid stability by storing energy when generation surpasses demand and releasing it back into the network when demand is higher than generation. This capability is crucial in creating a more flexible system to balance supply and demand on the grid.
Additionally, the project was designed with environmental considerations in mind, including a tree protection plan and the planting of native trees. These measures are expected to result in a 12% net gain in biodiversity in the area.
